Regional Retail Property Manager

DLC Management Corp.•Chicago, IL

12d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Property Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of a regional portfolio of properties. DLC is hiring candidates based in Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; Las Vegas, NV; and Elmsford, NY. The position manages property operations, vendors, budgets, capital projects, inspections, leasing support, tenant coordination, reporting, and internal workflows. It may also include managing and mentoring Assistant Property Managers. DLC is an owner, operator, and manager of open-air retail shopping centers. The company describes itself as a Great Place to Work-certified organization with an entrepreneurial culture, and offers training and career development. The expected salary range is $90,000 to $120,000. Actual compensation depends on factors including position scope and responsibilities, experience, education and training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher; a minimum of an Associate’s degree is required.
5–10 years of experience managing open-air retail shopping centers.
Strong knowledge of building systems and materials, and facilities maintenance protocols.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel as required.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to make decisions confidently in high-pressure situations and grasp broader operational needs.
Accountability, trustworthiness, flexibility, and willingness to contribute when needed.
Ability to meet deadlines and represent the DLC brand professionally.

Responsibilities

Identify property operational and maintenance requirements and implement recurring services or ad hoc projects to meet DLC brand standards.
Assemble and manage qualified local, regional, and national service vendors; competitively bid and negotiate contracts to achieve strong service levels and pricing.
Develop operating and capital expense budgets aligned with property business plans and department KPI initiatives.
Manage property operations according to approved annual budgets and Property Management Agreements.
Oversee capital expenditure projects, including soliciting bids, negotiating and preparing contracts, coordinating on-site work, and providing financial oversight.
Ensure compliance with all terms of Property Management Agreements.
Conduct site inspections to monitor vendor execution, tenant activity, and maintenance needs; complete monthly property inspections for Senior Management review.
Monitor and support leasing efforts, including facilitating site tours, providing cost estimates, and executing landlord work projects.
Collaborate with the Tenant Coordinator on tenant permitting, construction, and opening efforts.
Assist with routine reporting requests from Asset Management and Accounting for financial and operational reporting packages for Joint Venture Partners and Lenders.
Coordinate with internal departments to support cross-department workflows.
Manage and mentor Assistant Property Managers, where applicable.